Super Falcons to face Cameroon in friendly
Nigeria's Super Falcons are scheduled to play two friendly matches against the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon in preparation for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
The Nigerian women's national football team, famously known as the Super Falcons, will face their Cameroonian counterparts, the Indomitable Lionesses, in two friendly matches as they gear up for the impending 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations to be held in Morocco. The matches are set to take place in YaoundΓ© on February 28 and March 3, demonstrating a proactive approach from both teams as they prepare for major continental competition.
Ademola Olajire, who heads communications for the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), announced the finalized arrangements for the friendly encounters in collaboration with the Cameroonian football authorities. Mohammed Sanusi, the NFF General Secretary, emphasized the federation's commitment to robust preparation, aiming to secure another title for the Super Falcons at the WAFCON tournament while also focusing on qualifying for the following year's FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil. This reflects Nigeria's strong historical dominance in women's football in Africa.
The General Secretary of the Cameroon Football Federation, Isaac Mandong, expressed enthusiasm regarding hosting Nigeria, highlighting the importance of strengthening relationships between the two football federations. This friendly series is not only a chance for both teams to hone their skills but also serves as an avenue for fostering camaraderie and mutual respect between the two neighboring countries, which have shared a significant rivalry on the football field in past years.